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Location:
OH, United States
Production Type:
Entertainment jobs & Crew
Job Type:
Staff / Crew
Required Skill:
Videography
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Development and Alumni Communications Coordinator will help execute a comprehensive communications plan as part of the university’s goal to increase philanthropic support and alumni engagement. This individual applies experience and talent in interviewing, researching, writing, and editing to help the university achieve its goals. The individual also understands and can adapt to the distinct writing styles required for different communications channels (e.g., print magazine vs. web vs. email vs. social media), while also responding to the interests and preferences of the diverse audiences that development communications reach.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Analyze, manage, and author communications related to development opportunities, stewardship and engagement, and announcements of major commitments and/or initiatives. These will include copy for brochures, cases for support, websites, emails, social media, the university’s primary development magazine, Forward Thinking, and school publications. (55%)
- In consultation with the executive director, actively engage development staff and academic leaders within the university to identify opportunities to promote philanthropic initiatives and academic endeavors likely to appeal as promising areas for philanthropy. Provide guidance and address internal and external inquiries. (15%)
- Work in conjunction with the executive director to create and execute a university-wide communications and social media strategy targeted toward engaging alumni and friends. Regularly assess the effectiveness of communications through quantitative and qualitative measures, make recommendations for system improvements or enhancements, adjust as necessary to improve reach and engagement. (15%)
- Assist development and alumni communications colleagues in editing and proofreading copy; assist in other university marketing and communications efforts, including building email communications, as needed. (15%)
- Ensure that all development communications originating from university marketing and communications are measured toward outcomes, including new donor acquisition and donor retention and renewal. (10%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ensure that all communications meet Case Western Reserve University brand requirements, reflect Associated Press style and are compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act, to create clear and consistent alumni communications. (<1%)
- Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)
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